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08/26/2022
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POIGNANT
How to pronounce:
/ˈpoin(y)ənt/
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: "Evoking strong mental sensation, to the point of distress, along with a keen sense of sadness or regret; emotionally moving."
Example:
"a poignant reminder of the passing of time"
Similar words:
touching, moving, sad, saddening, affecting, pitiful, pathetic, sorrowful, mournful, tearful, wretched, miserable, bitter, painful, distressing, etc.
"ARCHAIC:
sharp or pungent in taste or smell."
Example:
"the poignant scent of her powder"
"The definition of poignant is something that has a strong effect on emotions or the senses, especially smell. Another example of poignant is the anniversary of September 11th for those who lost loved ones in the 2001 attacks."
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Soupçon
[soop-SAWn]
Part of speech: noun
Origin: French, mid 18th century
1. A very small quantity of something.
Examples of Soupçon in a sentence
"The steak came with a soupçon of horseradish sauce for dipping."
"There was a soupçon of nail polish left in the bottle."
Izzat
How to pronounce: IZ-ət
Part of speech: noun
Origin: Arabic, unknown date
Meaning:
Honor, reputation, or prestige.
Examples of Izzat in a sentence:
"The new president’s experience increased the izzat of the nonprofit organization."
"The diplomatic relationship has a great deal of izzat on both sides."
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Phantasmagoria
How to pronounce: fan-taz-mə-gohr-ee-ə
Part of speech: noun
Origin: French & Greek, early 19th century
- A dreamlike state in which images both real or imagined blur together
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"Esemplastic"
es-em-PLAS-tik
Part of speech: adjective
Origin: Greek, early 19th century
Definition: Molding into one; unifying.
Examples of Esemplastic in a sentence:
"The pastor shared his esemplastic sermon with joy."
"Only a handful of presidential candidates can craft a truly esemplastic message."
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Friend:
/frend/
noun
1. a person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations.
"he's a friend of mine"
Similar:
companion
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vi·a·duct
Noun
How to pronounce:
/ˈvīəˌdəkt/
Definition: a long bridge-like structure, typically a series of arches, carrying a road or railroad across a valley or other low ground.
SEE PICTURE OF A VIADUCT IN THE COMMENTS!
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Terraqueous
[ter-AY-kwee-əs]
Part of speech: adjective
Origin: Latin, mid 17th century
Meaning: Consisting or formed of land and water.
Examples of Terraqueous in a sentence:
"The terraqueous landscaping gave the garden an otherworldly atmosphere."
"She had to step very carefully while navigating the terraqueous path."
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Fugleman
FYOO-ɡəl-man
Part of speech: noun
Origin: German, early 19th century
1. A soldier placed in front of a regiment or company while drilling to demonstrate the motions and time.
2. A leader, organizer, or spokesman.
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Bigfoot
PRONUNCIATION: (BIG-foot)
MEANING:
noun: A prominent person in a commanding position, especially a journalist.
verb tr.: To dominate or to take control of a situation from someone.
verb intr.: To behave in an authoritative, domineering manner.
ETYMOLOGY:
Bigfoot is a nickname for a Sasquatch, a large, ape-like mythical creature who lives in remote wilderness, especially the Pacific Northwest region of the US and Canada. Earliest documented use: 1833.
RENDER
rend·er
/ˈrendər/
Verb -
1. provide or give (a service, help, etc.).
"money serves as a reward for services rendered"
Similar:
give, provide, supply, furnish, make available, contribute, offer, extend, proffer, show, display, exhibit, evince, manifest
2. cause to be or become; make.
"the rains rendered his escape impossible"
Similar:
make, cause to be/become, leave
Noun -
a first coat of plaster applied to a brick or stone surface.